Automatic Film

Applicator L
Drawdowns made by hand can show irregularities caused by
variations in speed and pressure on the applicator tool. The qual-
ity of the drawdown will be dependent on the shear rate and
the weight on the applicator. Measurements of film properties
such as abrasion resistance, hiding power and gloss are greatly
affected by the application quality.

Using an automatic film applicator guarantees a linear and even

movement of the film applicator – repeatable and high quality
results are guaranteed:
Automatic Film Applicator 2101
■ Precise application speed settable in 10 mm/s increments
from 50 to 500 mm/s Standards
■ Wide range of operating speeds allowing optimum settings ASTM D 823
of shear rate
■ Real time display of application speed
The weight set is included to hold down the applicator bar when
■ Memory function to store commonly used speeds
high viscosity coatings or inks are drawn down at a fast speed
■ Constant downward force applied to coated surface
setting.
■ A wide variety of film applicators can be accommodated
■ Applicators may be used side by side for comparison tests
■ Wire wound bar attachment included
■ Solvent resistant touch key panel that is easily cleaned
■ Built-in vacuum plate with vacuum pump
■ Two stroke lengths

Ordering Information Technical Specifications

Cat. No. Description Traverse Speed
2101 Automatic Film Applicator L Traverse Speed Accuracy
Display Resolution
Comes complete with:
Automatic Film Applicator L Wire Bar Diameter
Vacuum plate Wire Bar Test Length
Built-in vacuum pump
Wire Bar Minimum Length
Clamp for sample holding
Weight set Stroke Length
Operating manual Test Panel Size
Note: Applicators and test charts must be ordered separately. Preset Speed Memories
Power Supply
Power Consumption
Dimensions
Weight
50 - 500 mm/s (2 - 20 in/s)
10 mm/s (0.4 in/s)
10 mm/s (0.4 in/s)
10 - 13 mm (0.4 - 0.5 in)
320 mm max. (12.4 in max.)
407 mm (16.0 in)
170 mm (6.7 in); 340 mm (13.4 in)
420 x 300 mm (16.5 x 11.8 in)
2
230/115 V, 50/60 Hz selectable
130 Watts
632 x 220 x 500 mm (24.9 x 8.7 x 19.7 in)
45 kg (99.2 lbs)

Ordering Information Accessories

Cat. No. Description Information
2113 Weight Set, for 2101, 2105 Consists of weight holder, weight, and bracket clamp. Total weight 1361 gm (3 lbs)
2430 Wire-wound Rod Adapter Required to fit Wire Rods 2419 - 2428 onto 2101 & 2105 Automatic Film
Applicators, sold as a pair.

Note: Weight set is for Automatic Film Applicators 2101 and 2105 only.

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